Strategic business nets - their type and management

Abstract This conceptual paper focuses on the management challenges of different types of strategic business nets. First, we propose a value-system continuum that forms the basis for classifying different types of strategic nets. Then, a classification of these nets is suggested and discussed with illustrative examples. This is followed by identification and analysis of the core managerial questions and capabilities required in management in strategic nets. A discussion of the theoretical and managerial implications, and of future research needs, concludes the paper.

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